Mgr, Mfg Engineering

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Job Summary

Seeking a manufacturing engineering manager to become an integral part of our Spirit Lake Operations team building best-in-class Indian motorcycles. The Manufacturing Engineering Manager role provides site level leadership for three facets of our organizational structure: Assembly Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering driving our Digital Transformation journey, and our Maintenance, Facilities, and Controls Engineering team that delivers day-to-day plant readiness as well as project integration to improve our site for the future. Ideal candidate will be a passionate engineering leader that has a focused understanding of manufacturing execution, passionate about people development, and works seamlessly within a high-functioning organization.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for leading the Controls Engineering, Systems Engineering, Assembly Manufacturing Engineering, and Facility Maintenance personnel including budget performance, department organization, performance evaluations and other administrative activities
• Collaborate and establish road map for short- and long-range strategy with leadership team, including, but not limited to digital transformation, future state map, product planning integration, and continual cost improvements
• Drive Polaris Development Process (PDP) for site manufacturing team to integrate new products into production in conjunction with New Product Introduction (NPI) team ensuring key milestones completed on time.
• Establish and review PFMEA’s for new product development and lead site team to implement improvement methods driving reduced risk priority numbers.
• Direct the estimation of manufacturing costs for new or transferred products; suggests design changes, as necessary, to facilitate manufacturing, improve quality or reduce costs
• Drives improved quality by evaluating designs and methods; recommending poka-yokes, assembly fixtures, and implementing solutions to improve quality and production issues
• Lead facilities and maintenance team to achieve best-in-class preventative maintenance execution, maintain a safe and secure operation through internal team or via contracted services
• Manage team safe work practices through safety recognition, pre-job hazard assessments, partnering with EHS&S on improvement ideas, addressing safety concerns efficiently
• Create and drive alignment within the budgeting process for plant capital, tooling spend and departmental expenditures
• Participate in Lean activities including tiered meetings, kaizens, and lean activities
• Perform special projects as assigned

Values

• Leadership: confident and engaging, courage to challenge where needed, raises the bar consistently while recognizing successes
• High integrity: create inclusive atmosphere for team to work within, speaks up when necessary, communicates openly
• Problem solver: intellectually agile, able to see multiple sides of issues and flexes to deliver solutions
• Passion for excellence: results-driven individual capable of a high level of execution
• Team player: build relationships across site & broader network to support efficiencies
• Customer focus: able to translate the needs of the business function, delivers value for customers
• Innovative mindset: ability to identify and act on key opportunities for improvement

Additional Skills & Knowledge

• 5-10 years manufacturing engineering experience in a fast-paced production environment
• 5-7 years supervision and/or management experience preferred
• Manufacturing (assembly, paint, weld) experience desired
• Outstanding leadership, influence, and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Competent business computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite products

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing engineering required

Certification(s)

• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification a plus.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.  Apply today!

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing.  Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings.  Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.  www.polaris.com  

EEO Statement

Polaris is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.